HISTOLOGY
INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN
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Question
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The functions of the skin include all of these except:
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taking in nutrients
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Reducing water loss
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preventing the entry of germs
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regulating body temperature
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -It regulates body temperature, prevents excessive loss of water, protects the body from environmental trauma like abrasions, chemicals and microorganisms. Under the skin, the adipose tissue stores reserve food in the form of fat. However, skin has no role in the intake of nutrients.
Detailed explanation-2: -∙ Synthesis of vitamin A, B & C is not a function of the skin.
Detailed explanation-3: -As the body’s largest organ, skin protects against germs, regulates body temperature and enables touch (tactile) sensations. The skin’s main layers include the epidermis, dermis and hypodermis and is prone to many problems, including skin cancer, acne, wrinkles and rashes.
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